How far is Stevens Point, WI from Hudson, WI?
The driving distance from Stevens Point, WI to Hudson, WI is about 189.6 miles (305.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 159.2 miles (256.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Chippewa and Clark counties in Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stevens Point and Hudson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stevens Point and Hudson.
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Start on Main Street
20 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Division Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Division Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Division Street
36 m · 7 sec · Division Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Division Street
713 ft · 13 sec · Division Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 39, US 51
1020 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 39, US 51
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
23.3 mi · 25 min
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Merge slight right
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
105.6 mi · 2 hr 1 min
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Take the exit right
2214 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
51.2 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 35 North, I 94 Alternate: Hudson
1066 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Second Street South
1.2 km · 2 min · Second Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Second Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stevens Point and Hudson.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
WI 29 West
Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
106 mi · 02h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain leaving Stevens Point and Rain Showers Likely near Hudson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stevens Point to Hudson?
The road trip is about 189.6 miles (305.1 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stanley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.6 miles from Stevens Point and 95 miles from Hudson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159.2 miles (256.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.54 one way or $55.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Stevens Point and Rain Showers Likely near Hudson.
Stop Ideas Near Stanley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stanley.
Stanley, WI
Chippewa Falls, WI
Eau Claire, WI
Abbotsford-Colby, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stevens Point and Hudson. Straight-line distance: 159.23 mi (256.25 km).
#1 Stevens Point
City in Portage County, Wisconsin
| Population | 25,949 |
| Coordinates | 44.5235800, -89.5745600 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hudson
City in and county seat of St.
| Population | 8,813 |
| Coordinates | 44.9746900, -92.7568700 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hudson (-92.75687, 44.97469)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 305 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.12 | $27.54 | $55.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $31.54 | $63.09 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $35.43 | $70.86 |
| Diesel | $6.19 | $41.42 | $82.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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